Between Sundays

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14 One of the Bible's most challenging stories tells of Abraham preparing to sacrifice Isaac—only to discover that God provides another way. On Pride Sunday we reflect on what this story says to a church that refuses to sacrifice its LGBTQ+ children, family members, and loved ones. Preacher: Rev. Anna Flowers Testimonies: Karen Bilski and Shelly Demmon

Father's Day can bring gratitude, joy, grief, and complicated emotions. This Sunday we'll explore the story of Hagar and Ishmael—a story of family conflict, abandonment, and God's unwavering care for those who are cast aside. Together we'll consider what healthy fatherhood, faithful parenting, and God's compassion look like in the real world. Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21 Preacher...

Sarah laughs when she hears God's impossible promise. But what begins in disbelief becomes joy. As we continue our Abraham and Sarah series and hold Juneteenth in our prayers, we'll reflect on God's surprising grace and the ways hope can emerge where we least expect it. Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15; Genesis 21:1-7 Preacher: Rev. Anna Flowers

Scripture:  Genesis 12:1-9 As we begin our Abraham and Sarah journey, we'll hear God's call to Abram: "I will bless you... so that you will be a blessing." Together we'll celebrate the many ways God's blessing has flowed through our congregation during the past year and send our children, youth, graduates, and teachers into summer with gratitude and joy. Preacher:  Rev. A...

Do you trust the future? In a world shaped by rapid technological change, political uncertainty, and growing anxiety about what's next, it's easy to feel uneasy about the future. But what if the deeper question isn't whether we trust the future—but whether we trust the God who is still creating it? On Trinity Sunday, we explore the creation story through the lens of the Trinity: a God...

Pentecost is the birthday of the Church — the moment the Holy Spirit took the divinity and power the world reserved for a chosen few and poured it out on everyone. Tongues of fire rested on ordinary people. Fishermen. Followers. Outsiders. And suddenly the message was clear: God’s Spirit belongs to all flesh. In a world still obsessed with power, prestige, wealth, and domination, what does it mean...

In this sermon, guest preacher Rev. Casey Tinnin reflects on Jesus’ prayer for unity in John 17:1–11 and explores what it means to be one community made up of many voices, stories, and experiences. “One, Is Not Done” invites us to imagine unity not as sameness, but as a deeper belonging that makes space for difference, growth, and discovery. Through humor, insight, and hope, this message reminds u...

Mother’s Day is full of joy, tenderness, gratitude, grief, and love. In this special dialogue sermon, Pastor Anna Flowers and Pastor Jaz reflect on Jesus’ promise in John’s Gospel: “I will not leave you orphaned.” Together, they explore the meaning of abiding love, the role of the Holy Spirit as comforter and advocate, and the ways healthy spiritual community can nurture and sustain us through eve...

“I am the way, and the truth, and the life…” — words that have brought both comfort and controversy for generations. In this sermon, we take an honest look at John 14:6—wrestling with how it’s been used to exclude, and how it fits within Jesus’ broader message of love. Again and again, Jesus teaches that the way to God is simple: love God and love your neighbor. So what does it mean when he says n...

Easter sermon from Easter Sunday 2026 at United Church in Walpole. Preached by Rev. Anna Flowers.

Sermon by Rev. Jasmine Buchanan

We live in a world that constantly pulls us backward—through memories, nostalgia, and old versions of ourselves. But in Isaiah 43, God speaks to a people stuck in the past and says something surprising: “Do not remember the former things… I am doing a new thing.” In this sermon, Rev. Anna Flowers explores what it means to stop looking for God where God used to be, and instead learn to notice the n...

Sermon by Rev. Anna Flowers

Eithne shares a testimony of Mary visiting her in a moment of profound grief.

Sermon by Rev. Jaz Buchanan

Never forget the blessings of God!

In a world that often trembles with uncertainty, faith calls us to stand firm, to trust, and to love with endurance.

We explore Jesus’ words about resurrection. Bring your questions, your wonder, and your hearts as we worship, reflect, and rejoice together.

What does heaven look like? Who goes there? Celebrate  All Saints Sunday  with a reflection on Luke 23:39–43, exploring grace, forgiveness, and the  theological mysteries of salvation.

Dive into the transformative insights of modern mystics like  Simone Weil, Thomas Merton, Richard Rohr, and Dorothee Sölle . Explore how their writings - and the way they lived - can shape our everyday lives. Preacher: Rev. Jasmine Buchanan

Step into the wilderness with Jesus in Mark 1:35–39, where prayer, solitude, and deep listening shape the soul. Explore the  wisdom of the ancient mystics  - desert mothers and fathers and mystics all the way up through the middle ages. Learn how their approach to faith can transform your spiritual life.

We begin a new series, “Sacred Mystery,” exploring  the edges of faith and the richness we find there.  Discover how Christianity’s diversity has been its strength—from a small band of Jewish disciples in the Middle East to a global  faith shaped by countless cultures . This week, we’ll explore the spiritual power of that truth through the lens of Indigenous peoples and their unique expressions of...

Have you ever wished you believed more than you do? Who hasn't. But what if faith isn't something you accumulate, but rather just the spark that opens the door to a deeper practice?

In this episode of Between Sundays, host Anna Flowers engages with Lois and Philip Czachorowski, long-time members of United Church, to discuss the upcoming pilgrimage to Selma and Montgomery. They share their personal journeys into justice work, the significance of the pilgrimage, and the importance of understanding history through immersive experiences at legacy sites. The conversation emphasize...

In the final week of our vision series, we’ll hear the call of scripture for unity in Christ and reflect on how a  shared vision strengthens, sustains, and unites us as God’s people . Join us as we claim the vision God is planting in our life together at a church.